Assistant Community Development Director

Company Description

Incorporated in 1957, the Town of Clarkdale operates under the council-manager form of government. The Town Council consists of the Mayor and four Council Members, all elected at large to serve staggered four-year terms. A Vice Mayor is chosen internally by a vote of the Council every two years. The Town Manager is appointed by the Town Council. The Town Council also appoints the Town Attorney and Town Magistrate.

The Town employs approximately 63 employees and its Fiscal Year 2025 budget is $43 million with a five-year capital improvement plan budget of $19.3 million. Clarkdale provides residents with an array of municipal services, including planning, permitting, zoning, economic development, special events, parks and recreation, public safety, utilities, and public works. The organization also provides financial, human resources, risk management, information technology, and emergency management functions for the Town.

Job Description

The salary range for this position is $73,791 – $118,064. Candidates with experience may start at the midpoint of $95,927.
This is an FLSA exempt, full time, with full benefits.

DESCRIPTION: Under general guidance of the Community Development Director, this position supports the department head in all activities related to zoning, land use planning, code enforcement, economic development, and related activities; and assists in the management of planning staff, functions, programs, activities, and operations of the Clarkdale Community Development Department. This position will work closely with the Director in coordinating projects, working with other departments, outside agencies and businesses, and leading Town Boards and Commissions. The ideal candidate understands public trust and models the highest standards of personal and professional integrity. Specific functions comprising the position may vary depending on the priorities and needs of the Town and/or requirements of state law. Work week hours may fluctuate depending on the needs of the organization.

CLASSIFICATION: Positions in this class are characterized by an advanced knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of comprehensive planning processes and community and economic development, and the ability to implement the Town’s General Plan and associated documents.  An employee successful in this position is an experienced, motivated leader and team player with strong communication and customer service skills who works cooperatively with other departments, professionals, and the community. This is a FLSA exempt, at-will position with benefit package included.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Essential functions and duties may be modified at any time at management’s discretion. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participates in the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities of the Town and the Community Development Department;
• Supervises and evaluates the work of the planning staff;
• Leads long-range, current and economic development planning;
• Participates in the development and implementation of the Town’s General Plan and the Town’s Strategic Plan;
• Assists in the development, administration and monitoring of the department’s operating budget;
• Reviews land use applications including annexation, rezoning, General Plan amendments, subdivision, area plans and master plans to ensure compliance with the Town’s General Plan;
• Assists in the development and implementation of various planning documents such as transportation, land use and control, area and district planning, capital improvements, overlay zones and other long-range planning reports;
• Tracks growth patterns, trends in land use, community needs and other factors in developing recommendations for directing and regulating community development and related services;
• Works proactively with the general public, developers, architects, business and organizations, neighborhood associations and agency officials on current or proposed projects, programs, or events;
• Researches, writes and manages applicable grant programs, ensures compliance with related reporting requirements, administers contractual agreements with agencies;
• Composes and presents clear, accurate and comprehensive written and verbal reports, recommendations, press releases, presentations and other communication outreach;
• Researches, prepares and proposes new or revisions to related Town ordinances and codes;
• Serves as technical advisor to Town Boards and Commissions and other Town Departments and members of the public on planning, zoning, plan review, code enforcement and related matters; interprets ordinances and regulations as they apply to respective areas;